Great Joy Traveling Series - Jiangnan on Paper

Author: Gu Rongjun
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Time freezes here, with countless stories of Jiangnan passed down through millennia. The shadow of Jiangnan, short and long, lingers in my heart after passing through it! Those beautiful and melancholic tales often appear and disappear in my mind! Who knew? I once wandered near Jiangnan again and again! Remembering a piece of history might be because of a wonderful moment; remembering a place might be because of a beautiful scenery. People cannot stay in one place; they need to often go out, explore nature, and appreciate culture—the so-called "traveling and composing" is this vivid and interesting way of life. China, a country with a long history and diverse natural landscapes, naturally has many adventurers who roam famous mountains and rivers, savoring the charm of ancient traditions. There are also unforgettable "wind" words and "wind" phrases passed down, forming a unique niche in the tourism book market. The "Traveling and Composing" series by Daya is such an interesting topic planning. It integrates reading, practicality, appreciation, and collectibility, reflecting the trend of tourism books toward diversity and depth in style and topic direction. Writing, taking photos, and drawing on the go have become a feature of this series, hence the name "Traveling and Composing." Personal experiences and discoveries give the text a unique perspective and knowledge points. Often starting with a single point, the content is vivid and engaging, not aiming for comprehensiveness or requiring readers to understand the entire journey, with no pressure to read, just seeking ease and pleasure. The exquisite images and unique and unconventional layout design give the books a lively vitality, making them both enjoyable to look at and valuable for collection. But as a tourism book, it must not only be aesthetically pleasing but also practical. Essential elements such as travel logistics, dining, accommodation, local specialties, and practical information are naturally indispensable. The titles of each book in the series are worth pondering over. Jiangnan culture is rich, with excellent natural and cultural landscapes, and Xuan paper, hence the name Jiangnan on Paper. For Guilin, "waterprint" is used instead of "water-reflection," as "print" and "reflect" are near-synonyms with different artistic connotations. Guilin is like a waterprint print, with naturally beautiful scenery, hence the name Guilin in Waterprints. Shandong is called "Qilu," and the land of Qilu is known for the saying "one mountain, one river, one sage," with many mountain and river scenic spots, hence the name Mountains and Seas of Qilu. Huizhou is dominated by black, white, and gray tones, making it perfectly suited for expression through Chinese ink painting, hence the name Ink Huizhou. Sichuan is called "Ba-Shu," giving an immediate impression, both visually and in taste, of being spicy and fiery, hence the name Spicy and Fiery Ba-Shu. The mountain and river landscapes of the Xijiang region not only represent the thousand-year-old culture of Ba-Shu but also reveal countless charms in every detail—every mountain, river, grass, tree, and even a smile—hence the name Divine and Beautiful Three Gorges. Xinjiang's unique geography forms its distinctive climate. The phrase "wear a fur coat in the morning, a silk shirt in the afternoon, and hug a stove at night while eating watermelon" vividly describes the extreme contrasts in weather, hence the name Ice and Fire Xinjiang. Fujian, close to the subtropics, is always lush and green, like a piece of sparkling jade, hence the name Jade Land of Fujian. Walking along the ancient Silk Road not only gives a sense of spatial vastness but also timelessness. If you listen to the song Silk Road by Kitaro while walking, you will truly grasp its essence, hence the name Vast Silk Road. Pick up the "Traveling and Composing" series and embark on your journey. Whether it's the books or the scenery, both are equally wonderful and will not disappoint you.